Fish
1825
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1825
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a few fish swimming in loose, quick lines. The drawing is mostly gray and white, with just a hint of darker shading to show shapes. The paper is mostly empty, letting the fish stand out against the blank space. The artist used light, sketchy strokes to suggest movement and texture. It feels more like a quick study than a finished piece. Look up cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with lines.
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